Convene

Conference & Events Assistant

Manchester (M1). Posted 17 days ago

The role

The Conference & Events Assistant provides hospitality and conference services to clients and participants. You will work with Culinary, Production, and Technology teams to meet client expectations.

What you will do

  • Greet all clients with enthusiasm and friendliness
  • Provide service in accordance with Brand Standards
  • Set up, replenish, maintain, and breakdown food and beverage stations
  • Accommodate special client needs and last-minute requests
  • Develop relationships with clients
  • Answer client questions about culinary and spaces
  • Read, understand, and execute Program Execution Orders
  • Follow checklists and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Set up and breakdown conference rooms and refresh rooms
  • Perform facility maintenance and cleaning duties

Required qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of food and beverage
  • Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven good organisational skills
  • Highly motivated and ready to lead other team members
  • Proficient in multitasking
  • Ability to move, carry, push, pull, and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance
  • Ability to reach overhead and below the knees
  • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for an extended period of time

Nice to have

  • Food Hygiene or Food Handling Certificate

Benefits

  • Flexible Gigs
  • Room to Grow
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Usually have Christmas off

Before you apply

  • Must currently reside in the UK
  • Must be able to work in the UK without sponsorship

About the company

Convene Hospitality Group (CHG) operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations.

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